Martin Wright, who made the original request, offered an overview titled, "Restorative Practices and Restorative Justice." He explored the various forms that the concepts of "restorative" and "justice" can take. He argued for a focus on the overarching philosophy behind "restorative practices" and "restorative justice". He went on to outline a vision where restorative practices are used in all aspects of social life including schools, communities, criminal justice, commercial interests, etc.

While stressing the differences between "restorative justice" and "restorative practices", Dr. Vanfraechem maintained that "restorative practices should not be excluded from restorative justice." Combining the two ideas runs the risk of both blurring the lines between criminal and non-criminal activities and widening the net of social control by co-opting civil society.

Dr. Ivo Aertsen explored the concept of "justice" in his presentation, "Who is Afraid of Justice?" While explaining that there are "more inherent similarities than differences" between the two ideas, he argued for a focus on restorative justice. He encouraged the better development of the concept of "justice" in the field. He raised the concern that a focus on "restorative practices" could diminish the ability of "restorative justice" to challenge criminal justice practice.